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Provision of customs clearance and freight forwarding services - BHC Lusaka

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

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04 Jun 2026 at 14:49

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04 Jun 2026 at 14:48

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

31 Dec 2025 at 11:15

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in London has concluded the procurement process titled "Provision of customs clearance and freight forwarding services - BHC Lusaka" within the industry category of freight transport agency services. The procurement stage is currently at the contract award and updating phase, following the initial tender process. This contract, which falls under open competitive bidding below the procurement threshold, was awarded on 30th April 2026 to AGS Frasers International Removals Zambia for services to be delivered in Zambia. The award is valued at ZMW 1,021,000 and is set to commence on 5th June 2026, running until 30th April 2029, with a potential renewal extension of up to one year, depending on satisfactory performance.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses operating within the freight forwarding and customs clearance industry, particularly those with a presence or operational capabilities in Zambia. SMEs, such as AGS Frasers, are likely well-positioned to leverage this opportunity due to their ability to offer tailored, innovative solutions and competitive pricing. The procurement emphasises comprehensive service provision, including expertise, qualified staff, and full management of logistics, which makes it ideal for businesses that are adept in delivering high-quality, efficient supply chain management services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of customs clearance and freight forwarding services - BHC Lusaka

Notice Description

The British High Commission (BHC) Lusaka wishes to enter in a contract with a competent service provider to manage their customs clearance and freight forwarding to obtain cost efficiencies from economies of scale while ensuring great quality of service. The service provider shall provide the facilities, qualified staff, expertise, and other means required to undertake customs clearance, freight forwarding, and related services in line with best commercial practice. The contract will be for 3 years with an option to renew for 12 months subject to satisfactory performance of the appointed service provider.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 12 months subject to satisfactory performance of the appointed service provider.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fe7c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052883-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

63521000 - Freight transport agency services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£1,021,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AGS Frasers International Removals Zambia

Further Information

Notice Documents

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